Heart-Healthy Baked Brie with Honey and Pecans
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Heart-Healthy Baked Brie with Honey and Pecans, a guilt-free appetizer designed to impress and nourish. This sophisticated yet simple dish combines a velvety 8-ounce wheel of Brie cheese topped with a heavenly blend of raw pecans, unsweetened dried cranberries, and golden honey, finished with a sprinkle of fresh rosemary for an aromatic flourish. Baked to warm perfection in just 15 minutes, the brie pairs beautifully with crisp whole grain crackers and fresh apple slices, offering a balanced bite that’s both flavorful and wholesome. Perfect for entertaining or elevating your next gathering, this health-conscious twist on a classic recipe prioritizes heart-healthy ingredients without compromising on indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 8-ounce Wheel of Brie cheese
- 0.5 cup Raw pecans
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened dried cranberries
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary
- 1 box Whole grain crackers
- 1 cup Fresh apple slices
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the brie wheel on a parchment-lined baking sheet. If desired, you can score the top of the brie by cutting a shallow criss-cross pattern into the rind.
Coarsely chop the pecans and evenly distribute them over the top of the brie.
Sprinkle the dried cranberries over the pecans, ensuring an even layer.
Drizzle the honey over the top of the pecans and cranberries, allowing it to seep into the toppings.
Finely chop the fresh rosemary and sprinkle it lightly over the entire dish for enhanced flavor.
Bake the brie in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the brie is warm and soft to the touch but not completely melted.
Remove the brie from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Transfer the brie to a serving platter. Serve warm, surrounded by whole grain crackers and fresh apple slices for a complete, heart-healthy appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.1 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.8 g | 249% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 212 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 2622 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.1 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.0 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 123.2 g | ||
| Protein | 79.1 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 519 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1534 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
